SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Mission men's basketball fell to Missouri Baptist 99-87 at W.E. Dowell Fieldhouse on Saturday night.
The Patriots trailed 43-40 at halftime after a first half that saw Missouri Baptist hold a three-point advantage. Missouri Baptist extended its lead in the second half, outscoring Mission 56-47 to secure the 12-point victory.
Jamarian Cato led Mission with 19 points, shooting 7-for-19 from the field and adding three rebounds, two steals and an assist. Jamon Valentine followed with 16 points, including four 3-pointers, while Justin Gill finished with 15 points, seven rebounds, four assists and two blocks.
Devante Watson added 14 points, four rebounds, two assists and two steals. Josiah Griffith scored nine points and made all three of his 3-point attempts. Lee Williams contributed seven points and five rebounds.
Missouri Baptist was led by Merquiche Lewis, who recorded 27 points, 15 rebounds, five assists, three steals and two blocks. Tristan Wiggins added 17 points, while Jaxon Hardaway finished with 15 points and seven rebounds.
Mission shot 42.7% from the field and 42.4% from 3-point range, making 14 of its 33 attempts from beyond the arc. Missouri Baptist shot 52.1% overall and outrebounded the Patriots 51-34.
Game Notes
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Jamarian Cato led Mission with 19 points.
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Jamon Valentine scored 16 points and made four 3-pointers.
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Justin Gill finished with 15 points, seven rebounds and four assists.
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Mission made 14 3-pointers, shooting 42.4% from beyond the arc.
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Missouri Baptist outrebounded Mission 51-34.
